How FIFA World Cup balls have evolved over the last century

Adidas has been FIFA’s official World Cup ball supplier since 1970 and created iconic balls like the Jabulani, Brazuca and Al ...

We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know about how it will fly, dip and swerve

Every four years, the men’s World Cup delivers some certainties. The pitch dimensions are tightly regulated, offside is signaled with a flag, and referees end the match with a blast of a whistle. But ...

Every World Cup puts a new spin on the soccer ball

Every World Cup, there's a new soccer ball. Sometimes the ball is panned. Sometimes people like it. Why do they keep changing it up? And what's notable about the ball in 2026?